Three "M"s: Models, Microscopy, and Measurement!

During this unit of discovery, teachers will encourage students in grades 9-10 to explore the world of microscopy. Throughout these 4-5 class periods, the student should discover the structures, functions, and usage of the various parts of the compound light microscope as well as how to measure specimens using a scientific model. If the extension is selected, the students will additionally discover the mathematical skills needed to compute specimen size, area of the field of view, and total magnification. Students will explore the importance of microscopy to promote their own understanding of microscopic life and cellular function. An additional homework extension allows students to create individual blogs using key terms and review each other's blogs in a round-robin manner.
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General Information

Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 9, 10
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Document Camera, Computers for Students, Internet Connection, Interactive Whiteboard, Basic Calculators, Overhead Projector, Adobe Flash Player
Instructional Time: 4 Hour(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Keywords: microscope, magnification, resolution, ocular, light microscope, compound microscope, field of view, objective lens, stage, stage clip, condenser, fine adjustment, coarse adjustment
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Unit/Lesson Sequence,  Worksheet,  Virtual Manipulative,  Problem-Solving Task,  Assessment,  Project,  Presentation/Slideshow,  Teaching Idea,  Instructional Technique,  Formative Assessment,  Student Center Activity
Resource Collection: FCR-STEMLearn Cell Biology

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